Job Title: Head of Commercial Planning
This role focuses on commercial planning and strategy for various business partnerships. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and communication skills, with experience in consulting, research, and sponsorship sales environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assess, develop, and implement business cases for new commercial partnerships and revenue initiatives.
* Lead the refinement and implementation of commercial partnership models, working closely with senior management.
* Manage revenue tracking and reporting across teams, including liaising with finance and corporate strategy departments.
* Provide strategic support to sales teams, developing market insights, pipelines, and CRM data for sales conversations.
* Collaborate with department heads to develop innovative partnership assets and rights.
* Liaise with stakeholders to identify new commercial opportunities, growth, and process improvements.
Requirements:
* 8-12 years' relevant experience in consulting, research, and sponsorship sales environments.
* Extensive experience in working with sponsorship valuation models and tools.
* Track record of developing and shaping sponsorship packages and rights models.
* The ability to formulate business cases to support senior management decision making.
* Budget management and reporting experience.
* Master's degree or similar higher education in business administration or sports marketing.
* Strong knowledge and understanding of different research methodologies and applications.
* Detailed understanding of media valuation models, football, and the business of sport.
* Fluent English language skills.
* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other tools (PowerPoint/Excel/Visio/KORE asset management); CRM and database tools.
* Excellent communicator and listener.
* Comfortable presenting to top management and key stakeholders.
* Proven ability to motivate, inspire, and manage a team.
Benefits:
* A career at FIFA offers the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters.
* We also offer extra perks and benefits, including health and fitness programs, home office options, language courses, continuous learning opportunities, pension plans, relocation assistance, and volunteering opportunities.
About Us:
FIFA is dedicated to developing the game of football globally, promoting fair play, and ensuring its integrity.
We value talented individuals who are passionate about the sport and willing to make a positive impact.